Following concerns raised by a number of members the following letter has been sent to
Dame Angela Watkinson MP
Andrew Rosindell MP
John Cruddas MP
Boris Johnson, Mayor of London
Michael White, Leader of the Council
At our meeting in the Council Chamber on the 11th June our members raised their concerns with regard to rumours reported in the media from all sides of the political spectrum that their FreedomPass may be at risk.
As you are aware, Havering is physically a large Borough and with its growing aging population already has the largest number of over 50’s of all the London Boroughs. We consider this Pass to be vital to the health and well-being of the older community, not just keeping them active and independent but allowing them to contribute to the economy of the Borough by providing child care, caring for elderly frail friends and family, spending money, and by probably providing the most effective volunteers in the Borough.
As you are no doubt aware Havering Over 50’s Forum is the largest group that meets in the Borough on a regular basis (and I believe the most well informed) and wish to make it very clear they do not wish to be looked on as a cost burden but as a benefit to society and the local community.
We would appreciate your support and comments and should you wish to attend any of our meetings, you would be made most welcome.
Kind regards
Cliff Reynolds
On behalf of the Members and Executive Committee
Havering Over 50’s Forum